Snowshoeing

Jasper National Park is the place to snowshoe in the Canadian Rockies. Inspiring the exploration of untracked territory, snowshoeing is one of winter's most accessible activities. With over 11,000 square kilometres of protected land (making us the largest national park in the Rockies), we have endless trails and magical areas for you to explore.

Catering to all levels and abilities, our trails are perfect for beginner snowshoers all the way to backcountry explorers. With such a variety of winter areas, Jasper is the perfect place to explore and create your own personal adventures.

Pyramid Bench

With lookouts of one of Jasper's most famous mountains, Pyramid Mountain, expect awe-inspiring views as you venture along the trails.

Highway 93A and Icefields Parkway

Exploring along the parkway means views of the powerful Athabasca and Sunwapta Falls along with the opportunity to get close to the massive Athabasca Glacier (either from the toe or from above at Wilcox).

Trail

Distance

Difficulty

Description

Athabasca River Loop

7.9 km return

Travel to the side of the groomed ski trail on Highway 93A for 100m. Turn left after the Athabasca River Bridge and follow the snowshoe signs.Follow the south edge of the Athabasca River for 2.2 km, then loop back on the Fryatt trail and flat‑packed Geraldine Road. 23

Lower Sunwapta Falls

2.6 km return

Situated along the Sunwapta River, this trail leads snowshoers to the much less visited lower falls. Sunwapta Falls

A short climb to an incredible view of the Columbia Icefield area – take a seat on our red chairs and enjoy a little break before you venture back (don't forget to take a picture and Share the Chair #JasperNP). Wilcox

Trail etiquette

Thanks for respecting our trails and keeping them safe so that they can be enjoyed by all.

Please respect dog restrictions and closures

Do not walk or snowshoe on groomed ski tracks

Skiers going downhill have the right-of-way

When resting or visiting please move off the trail

Pack out all your garbage

Safety and etiquette

Not all signed destinations are safe for winter travel

You don't need to venture far to be in avalanche terrain. Choose your winter trail from a list of designated safe destinations.

If you plan to travel beyond designated winter destinations, ensure you have appropriate knowledge, skills and carry a transceiver, probe and shovel. Avalanche Forecast.

Pets are welcome on most trails but must be leashed at all times

To a wild animal, your dog is a canine – a predator. An animal may behave aggressively or flee, endangering itself or your pet.

Never feed or follow wildlife

If you see tracks, do not follow them toward the animal.

If you see an animal, give it lots of space and observe from a distance with binoculars or a telephoto lens.

Check the weather and trail report before departing

Cell phones are not always reliable throughout the park.

Trail reports are updated regularly as conditions change. Trails are rated for their overall condition and difficulty.